Product Overview
The XC7K480T-1FFG1156I is a cutting-edge Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) from AMD Xilinx’s renowned Kintex-7 family. This high-performance device combines exceptional logic capacity with advanced features, making it the ideal solution for demanding applications in telecommunications, wireless infrastructure, embedded systems, and industrial control.
Built on state-of-the-art 28nm HKMG (High-K Metal Gate) HPL (High-Performance Low-Power) process technology, the XC7K480T-1FFG1156I delivers unprecedented system performance while consuming 50% less power than previous generation devices.
1. Product Specifications
Core Specifications
- Part Number: XC7K480T-1FFG1156I
- Family: Xilinx Kintex-7
- Logic Cells: 477,760 cells
- Logic Blocks: 74,650
- Process Technology: 28nm HKMG HPL
- Core Voltage: 1.0V (0.9V option available for lower power)
- Operating Voltage Range: 970mV to 1.03V
Package Details
- Package Type: FCBGA (Flip Chip Ball Grid Array)
- Pin Count: 1156 pins
- Package Code: FFG1156
- Speed Grade: -1 (Industrial temperature range)
- Package Size: Fine-pitch BGA for high-density PCB designs
Performance Features
- I/O Pins: 400 user I/O
- System Clock: Up to 710 MHz
- DSP Performance: 5.3 TMAC/s (Tera Multiply-Accumulate per second)
- Total I/O Bandwidth: 2.9 Tb/s
- Block RAM: 34,380 Kbit total
- DSP Slices: 2,160 for signal processing applications
Memory & Logic Architecture
- LUT Technology: Advanced 6-input lookup table (LUT) configurable as distributed memory
- Block RAM: 36 Kb dual-port with built-in FIFO logic for on-chip data buffering
- MMCM/PLL: Mixed-Mode Clock Manager and Phase-Locked Loop for clock management
- SelectIO Technology: High-performance I/O with DDR3 interface support up to 1,866 Mb/s
Connectivity
- High-Speed Transceivers: Multi-gigabit transceivers supporting 600 Mb/s to 6.6 Gb/s
- Maximum Transceiver Rate: Up to 28.05 Gb/s
- Low-Power Mode: Optimized for chip-to-chip interfaces
- 96 High-Speed Transceivers: For advanced data communication
2. Price Information
Current Market Pricing
- List Price: Starting from $1,394.48 per unit
- Price Range: $1,202.93 – $1,731.57 (varies by grade and distributor)
- Availability: In stock at authorized distributors
- Volume Pricing: Available upon request for bulk orders
Price Factors
- Speed grade variations affect pricing
- Temperature range specifications impact cost
- Package options influence final price
- Market demand and supply conditions
Note: Prices are subject to change based on market conditions. Contact authorized distributors for current pricing and availability.
3. Documents & Media
Technical Documentation
- Datasheet: Kintex-7 FPGA Data Sheet (DS182)
- User Guide: 7 Series FPGAs Configuration User Guide
- PCB Design Guide: FCBGA Package PCB Design Guidelines
- Pinout Documentation: Complete pin assignment and signal descriptions
Software & Tools
- Vivado Design Suite: Comprehensive FPGA development environment
- ISE Design Tools: Legacy support for existing projects
- IP Catalog: Extensive library of pre-verified IP cores
- Documentation Portal: AMD Technical Information Portal access
Development Resources
- Reference Designs: Application-specific reference implementations
- Application Notes: Best practices and design guidelines
- Video Tutorials: Step-by-step development guidance
- Community Forums: Technical support and user discussions
4. Related Resources
Compatible Development Boards
- ZedBoard evaluation platform
- Basys 3 development board
- Nexys4-DDR FPGA board
- Digilent Arty S7
- Terasic DE10-Nano
Software Development Environment
- Vivado Design Suite: Latest version recommended
- SDK (Software Development Kit): For embedded processor development
- High-Level Synthesis: C/C++ to hardware acceleration
- Model-Based Design: Integration with MATLAB/Simulink
Related FPGA Products
- XC7K325T: Lower logic capacity alternative
- XC7K550T: Higher performance option
- XC7K420T: Mid-range Kintex-7 option
- Artix-7 Family: Cost-optimized alternatives
- Virtex-7 Family: Ultra-high performance options
Application-Specific Solutions
- Telecommunications and networking equipment
- Wireless infrastructure and 5G systems
- Medical imaging and diagnostic equipment
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Aerospace and defense applications
5. Environmental & Export Classifications
Environmental Compliance
- RoHS Compliant: Meets EU RoHS directive requirements
- REACH Compliant: Complies with EU REACH regulation
- Lead-Free: Pb-free package and assembly process
- Green Package: Environmentally friendly materials
Operating Conditions
- Operating Temperature: Industrial grade (-40ยฐC to +100ยฐC)
- Storage Temperature: -55ยฐC to +150ยฐC
- Junction Temperature: Up to +125ยฐC
- Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing
Reliability Standards
- JEDEC Standards: Compliant with industry reliability standards
- Qualification: Automotive and industrial qualification available
- MTBF: Mean Time Between Failures data available
- Stress Testing: Extensive reliability and quality testing
Export Classifications
- ECCN: Export Control Classification Number compliance
- Country of Origin: Manufacturing location documentation
- Trade Compliance: Full export documentation available
- Restricted Countries: Export restrictions may apply
Quality Certifications
- ISO 9001: Quality management system certification
- ISO 14001: Environmental management certification
- TS 16949: Automotive quality standard (where applicable)
- AS9100: Aerospace quality standard (where applicable)
Key Applications
The XC7K480T-1FFG1156I excels in applications requiring high logic capacity, advanced signal processing, and reliable performance:
- 5G Wireless Infrastructure: Base station processing and RF signal handling
- Data Center Acceleration: Hardware acceleration for AI/ML workloads
- Medical Imaging: Real-time image processing and data compression
- Industrial IoT: Edge computing and sensor data processing
- Telecommunications: Protocol processing and network packet handling
Choose the XC7K480T-1FFG1156I for your next high-performance FPGA design and experience the perfect balance of power, performance, and flexibility that defines the Kintex-7 family.

